Cold Creek Vineyard is where I spent my formative years learning about growing grapes. It was an honor to have a young block of Cabernet dedicated to me upon my retirement. The wine from “my block” showcases vibrant ripe berries, violets and a long, rich finish.

This AVA is home to some of the oldest and most distinct grapes in Washington. We achieve a lighter style wine with an immersive, bright red fruit flavor. This Red Blend combines classic Rhone-style varieties of Syrah co-fermented with Viognier, Grenache and a unique Spanish variety, Graciano.

Capturing the character of Roussanne can be difficult. It is a delicate, difficult variety to grow and ripen, so sometimes it is better to simply embrace the chaos and let Mother Nature take over. The result is a wine of citrus and lime, with a creamy palate.

This lovely Viognier from the cooler climate of the Yakima Valley is mainly fermented in stainless to show off lively floral aromas, juicy tropical tones and hints of stone fruit. The barrel portion of the blend is naturally fermented 5 months in neutral oak which lends a rich complexity on the finish.

The Artist Series Meritage is a wine built for aging by carefully blending the top lots of the vintage for power, elegance and structure. Deep and concentrated, the dense blackberry, fresh raspberry and sweet mint aromas carry over on the palate. A higher percentage of Malbec was incorporated in the 2001 blend than in previous vintages, giving the wine a distinct bright, lush mouthfeel.

The Artist Series Meritage is a wine built for aging by carefully blending the top lots of the vintage for power, elegance and structure. The refined Bordeaux-style blend was crafted from the finest Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Merlot from Washington state’s Columbia Valley. Abundant aromas of honey and allspice lead to lush, concentrated flavors of black cherry, blackberry and chocolate.

The 2002 Artist Series wine will be one of three labels available. Specific labels cannot be requested and are not guaranteed.

The 2003 Artist Series Meritage is a blend of Cabernet, Merlot, Malbec and Petit Verdot from the Columbia Valley. Each variety contributes a special attribute to the wine, resulting in a complex wine with sweet aromas of cinnamon and caramel, with refined tannins and rich concentrated flavors of cherry and boysenberry.

The 2003 Artist Series wine will be one of three labels available. Specific labels cannot be requested and are not guaranteed.

The 2004 Artist Series Meritage is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Malbec, and Petit Verdot from the Columbia Valley. Each variety contributes a special attribute to the blend, resulting in a complex wine with aromas of black cherry, plum and cedar, with elegant tannins and rich concentrated flavors and a lingering finish.

The 2004 Artist Series wine will be one of three labels available. Specific labels cannot be requested and are not guaranteed.

The deep colored Meritage shows abundant aromatics of dried black cherry, currants, ripe blackberry, spicy cedar, cocoa dust and a hint of vanilla. Flavor characteristic are black fruit focused, rich and concentrated and elegantly proportioned with sweet oak and supple tannins.

Cold Creek Chardonnay is characterized by concentration and intensity from the 45-year-old vines and warmth of the site. This Chardonnay is a decadent style with rich ripe fruit and a toasty character.

Our Eroica Gold Riesling offers the best of both worlds, the bright natural acidity of our original Eroica with concentrated, ripe fruit flavors and a touch of sweetness.

Our 45-year old Cold Creek Vineyard makes up more than half of the blend and provides the wine's power and structure. This is the most complex of our Cabernets and offers layers of ripe blueberry fruit with silky tannins.

Planted in 1970s, Cold Creek is one of Washington’s oldest and most acclaimed vineyards. Character builds season after season in the growth rings of the old woody vines. This Merlot has broad-shouldered structure, concentrated fruit characters and deep color.

The 2018 vintage provided magical conditions to create a complex Merlot. Dineen Vineyard makes up 55% of this wine, and I added depth and texture with 45% old vine Cold Creek Vineyard Merlot. This Merlot encapsulates everything that is remarkable about Washington State Merlot made by Chateau Ste. Michelle.
– Brian Mackey

“The best vintages produce complex wines and 2018 was exceptional-especially for Rhone-style varieties. The 2018 Austral is fresh and wild with fascinating notes of green peppercorns, rhubard and raspberry tea. The midpalate is broad with ample ripe fruit. Sweet spice and currant notes extend the finish.”
Tristan Butterfield

“This Syrah is crafted to show a different side of the varietal. A lighter, delicate side – brimming with acidity, minerality and vibrancy. Strawberry flowers, fresh cherries and Chantilly cream. I hope you enjoy this seamless but focused style of my favorite grape variety.” –
Leah Adint, Winemaker